31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lemon, Medical Oncologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Stephen Lemon, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Lemon graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mi State Univ Clinical Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lemon is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lemon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lemon’s office at (206) 288-1000.
Where did Dr. Lemon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Nat'l Cancer Institute-Cancer Prev., Rockville, MD | Nat'l Cancer Institute-Clini. Oncology, Bethesda, MD | National Cancer Institute
Residency: Mi State Univ Clinical Ctr, Internal Medicine | Michigan State University | Michigan State University College of Human Medicine,East Lansing, Mi, United States | Michigan State University Program
Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | University of Washington School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lemon board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Lemon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lemon speak?
Dr. Lemon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Lemon typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Lemon diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lemon. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Lemon typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Lemon performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lemon. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Does Dr. Lemon accept my insurance?
Dr. Lemon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 288-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lemon accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Lemon in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lemon's office located?
What is Dr. Lemon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lemon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386637288.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lemon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lemon
What is Dr. Stephen Lemon's specialty?
Dr. Lemon is a Medical Oncologist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Stephen Lemon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lemon is affiliated with St. Michael Medical Center, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Uw Medical Center - Montlake which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Lemon accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Lemon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Lemon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lemon's office at (206) 288-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Lemon?
Please contact Dr. Lemon's office at (206) 288-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Lemon have?
Dr. Stephen Lemon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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